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Emma GriggView profile

Assistant Professor

• Animal Behavior
• Veterinary Medicine
• Companion Animal Welfare
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Emma Grigg is an Assistant Professor of Practice at the University of Arizona, specializing in animal behavior and welfare. Her research focuses on companion animals (cats and dogs), marine mammals, and veterinary practices. Notable areas include feline and canine behavioral health, human-animal interactions, and stress management strategies for domestic animals. Her work bridges veterinary science with behavioral studies, addressing topics like repetitive behaviors in cats, noise sensitivity in dogs, and ethical educational methods using cadavers. She also explores professional challenges faced by veterinarians, such as impostor syndrome, and advocates for inclusive veterinary services for clients with disabilities. Grigg’s research on marine mammals includes studies on harbor seals and bottlenose dolphins, focusing on habitat use, population trends, and conservation. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates behavioral analysis, physiology, and environmental science. Her publications emphasize practical applications, such as improving pet-owner relationships, optimizing veterinary care, and advancing animal welfare standards. No awards or grants are explicitly mentioned, but her research demonstrates a commitment to bridging academic inquiry with real-world animal care.

Yu ChengView profile

Professor

• Dynamic Treatment Regimes
• SMART (Sequential Multiple Assignment Randomized Trials)
• Causal Inference
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Yu Cheng is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Statistics at the University of Pittsburgh, affiliated with the Dietrich School. She holds secondary appointments in Biostatistics and Psychiatry. Her research focuses on dynamic treatment regimes, SMART trials, causal inference, and multiple endpoints analysis. She leads a PCORI-funded method grant on SMART studies and co-investigates projects on cardiovascular disease and maternal/child health outcomes. Her awards include ASA Fellow (2024) and Pittsburgh Chapter Statistician of the Year (2020). Dr. Cheng earned her PhD in Statistics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2006), following MS (National University of Singapore, 2001) and BS (University of Science and Technology of China, 1999) degrees. She has held leadership roles including ASA LiDS Section Treasurer (2021–2023), Department Chair (2014–present), and Director of Graduate Studies (2016). Her research integrates methodological innovation with clinical collaboration, addressing topics like HIV, smoking cessation, lupus, depression, and cystic fibrosis. Her 150+ publications span journals like Biometrics , Journal of the American Statistical Association , and Biostatistics . Teaching includes courses in Survival Analysis, Probability, and Statistical Consulting. She actively mentors students through supervised consulting programs.

• Physical Activity
• Childhood Health
• Clinical Biomechanics
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Jan Christian Brønd is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics at the University of Southern Denmark, where he is affiliated with RICH - Research In Childhood Health. His work bridges clinical biomechanics, public health, and pediatric physical activity research. University: University of Southern Denmark Department: Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics Research Group: RICH - Research In Childhood Health His research focuses on physical activity, sedentary behavior, motor skill development in children, and the use of accelerometers for objective measurement in clinical and population settings. He investigates health outcomes in children, individuals with multimorbidity, and chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes and multiple sclerosis. His recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on randomized controlled trials, longitudinal interventions, and device-based data collection. Key themes include childhood obesity prevention, inflammation in chronic disease, rehabilitation in neurological conditions, and the impact of screen time on physical activity. Scientific contributions include high-impact studies published in journals like Nature Medicine , BMJ Public Health , and European Journal of Sport Science . He has taught courses such as Clinical Movement Analysis , Learning and Cognition , and Best Practice in Childhood Physical Activity and Health . He has also supervised students and led components of major research trials. Public engagement includes media appearances discussing calorie expenditure beyond gym settings. His research network spans national and international collaborations, particularly in public health and chronic disease management.

• Criminal Law
• Mental Health Law
• Human Rights
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Dr. Luke Noonan is a Lecturer in Law at University College Cork (UCC), having joined the School of Law in September 2023. Previously, he served as an Assistant Professor in Criminal Law at Dublin City University (2023). He holds a PhD in Law from UCC (2024), funded by the Irish Research Council, under the supervision of Dr. Catherine O'Sullivan and Dr. Darius Whelan. His research focuses on mental condition defences in criminal justice systems, particularly aligning with the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). Since 2024, he has been Deputy Director of the Centre for Criminal Justice and Human Rights and Co-Director of the Irish Legal Information Initiative since 2020. His work emphasizes reforming legal frameworks to protect the rights of persons with disabilities within criminal law contexts. Education - PhD in Law, University College Cork (2024) - PGCert in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education, UCC (2024) - LLM in Law, UCC (2019) - LLB (Hons) in Irish Law, Griffith College Cork (2009) Research Interests Dr. Noonan’s research explores criminal law, mental health law, human rights, and the intersection of disability rights with criminal justice. His doctoral work investigated reforms to mental condition defences under the CRPD. He advocates for non-discriminatory legal doctrines that prioritize legal capacity and dignity. Awards Irish Research Council Government of Ireland Scholar (2019) Comyn Kelleher Tobin Graduate Bursary (2019) Teaching and Professional Roles He teaches Criminal Law, Mental Health Law, and Legal Research & Writing at UCC. He is a member of professional bodies including the Irish Association of Law Teachers and the Society of Legal Scholars. His committee roles include the Athena Swan Self Assessment Team and School of Law EDI initiatives. Labs/Teams Co-Director of the Irish Legal Information Initiative, fostering legal research and education through digital resources.

Wahida KentView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Social work with children and families
• Disabled children
• Children with life-limiting conditions
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Dr. Wahida Kent is a Senior Lecturer in Social Work at Swansea University's School of Health and Social Care, part of the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science. She qualified as a social worker in 1999 and has focused her practice on supporting children and families in Wales, particularly those with disabled children, BME backgrounds, or life-limiting conditions. Her PhD research at Cardiff University examined carers of BME children with life-limiting conditions. Recently, she contributed to Welsh Government guidelines for social workers supporting parents with learning disabilities in Public Law Outline processes. Teaching focuses on critical social work and legal frameworks, including modules like Legal Issues in Social Work and Critical Practice in Child Care . Her research emphasizes anti-racist practices, equity in healthcare for marginalized groups, and palliative care barriers. She currently supervises three PhD students exploring topics like autism advocacy, culturally sensitive care for Muslim families, and mental health inequalities. Dr. Kent is a basic Welsh speaker, active on Twitter (@WahidaKent), and maintains a Google Scholar profile. She collaborates with professionals and policymakers to address systemic inequities in social work and child welfare systems.

• Mathematics Education
• Teacher Preparation
• Multilingual Learners in Mathematics
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Kathryn B. Chval serves as Dean of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) College of Education and holds the rank of Professor of Mathematics Education. Her 32-year career spans leadership roles at institutions including the University of Missouri and the National Science Foundation (NSF). She specializes in teacher preparation for multilingual learners, curriculum standards, and systemic educational change. Chval has secured over $20 million in research funding, leading projects such as the Center for the Study of Mathematics Curriculum and initiatives focused on alternative teacher certification models. Education: Earned graduate degrees at UIC while working on NSF-funded curriculum projects. Leadership Roles: Former Joanne H. Hook Dean’s Chair in Educational Renewal at MU; Acting Section Head at NSF; Chair of NCTM Research Committee. Her research emphasizes equitable mathematics education for linguistically diverse students, with over 70 publications. Chval pioneered the Grand Challenges in Mathematics Education initiative to unify interdisciplinary research efforts. She has held executive roles in organizations like AERA and the National Academies of Sciences, focusing on STEM equity for English learners. Awards: NSF Early Career Award (2005), TODOS Equity Leadership Award (2018), and multiple recognitions for administrative excellence. Chval’s grants include collaborative studies on parent-child-teacher partnerships in math and systemic reforms for under-resourced schools. She directs the UIC College of Education’s strategic initiatives in diversity, global engagement, and academic program innovation.

• Translation Studies
• American Literature
• Literature of the American South
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Camille LE GALL is a Lecturer in the Department of English-Speaking World Studies at Toulouse Jean Jaurès University, affiliated with the Center for Anglophone Studies (CAS). She has held this position since 2020 and is currently serving as an ATER (Temporary Teaching and Research Attaché) from 2023 to 2025. Her academic work bridges translation studies, American literature, and linguistic analysis, with a strong emphasis on marginalized voices in Southern U.S. literature. Her research focuses on the translation of sociolects, particularly African American Vernacular English, and the representation of queer and disabled identities in literary texts by authors such as Carson McCullers, William Faulkner, and Zora Neale Hurston. She employs interdisciplinary methods combining stylistics, narratology, and sociolinguistics to examine how voice, identity, and cultural specificity are preserved or transformed in translation. The trends in her recent publications reveal a sustained engagement with the challenges of translating linguistic and cultural marginality. Her work spans journal articles, conference communications, and collaborative research, often analyzing the stylistic and political dimensions of literary translation. She investigates temporal aspects of retranslation and explores creative pedagogical approaches, such as bilingual writing workshops, that blur the boundaries between translation and creation. She has presented her research at international conferences including Faulkner and Yoknapatawpha, Retranslation in Context, and the Southern Studies Forum. She is actively involved in organizing academic events, notably the online seminar 'Translating Minority Voices' and study days for young researchers at CAS. Her academic service includes serving as an elected representative of CAS doctoral students from 2022 to 2023. She teaches a range of subjects including translation, written expression, phonetics, and stylistics at undergraduate and master's levels. She also engages in science communication through events like 'Thèse en 180 secondes' and 'Pint of Science'.

Nur GundogduView profile

Assistant Professor

• Artificial Intelligence in Strategy and Sustainability
• Digital Transformation for Sustainability
• Sustainable, Responsible and Inclusive Business
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Dr Nur Gundogdu is an Assistant Professor of Strategy and Sustainability at the Department of Strategy and International Business, Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham, United Kingdom. She has previously held research and academic positions at Brunel University London and Aston University, demonstrating a strong trajectory in both academic and applied research contexts. Her research interests lie at the intersection of artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and sustainability, with a strong focus on social responsibility, inclusion, and equity in organizations. She is deeply engaged in issues related to mental health, well-being, gender equality, and diversity in the workplace, often exploring how institutional structures shape individual outcomes. Dr Gundogdu's recent scholarly work reveals a strong trend toward interdisciplinary, policy-relevant research, particularly in evaluating gender equality initiatives in higher education institutions across Europe. Her publications span high-impact journals, book chapters, project reports, and public-facing commentaries, reflecting her commitment to both academic rigor and societal impact. Much of her work is embedded in large-scale, internationally funded projects such as EU Horizon 2020 and UKRI initiatives. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned in the provided text. She has served as Principal Investigator and Research Fellow on multiple externally funded projects, collaborating with government, industry, and non-governmental organizations. Her leadership in the 'Climate Accountability: Developing Digital Toolkit' and contributions to the 'TARGETED-MPI' project highlight her role in shaping evidence-based policy and institutional change. She is also actively involved in academic communities such as the Academy of Management and the British Academy of Management. While no information is provided about her advising students or leading a formal lab, her collaborative research projects suggest she works within interdisciplinary teams focused on sustainability, equity, and organizational transformation.

Paul J. HartungView profile

Professor

• Career Development
• Vocational Psychology
• Medical Specialty Choice
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Paul J. Hartung, Ph.D., is a Professor and Interim Co-Chair of the Department of Family and Community Medicine at Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED), where he directs first-year medical courses in psychosocial and clinical foundations. He holds a Ph.D. in Counseling and Human Development from Kent State University (1992), an M.A. in Community Counseling (1986), and a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Toledo (1984). His research focuses on physician career trajectories, work-life balance, career decision-making, and career construction theory. He investigates how individuals navigate career choices across lifespan, leveraging work to shape identities and balance professional roles with family/community responsibilities. Notable contributions include studies on medical specialty selection biases, burnout prevention, and sustainable career paradigms. Key awards include the NCDA Eminent Career Award (2020), APA Distinguished Contributions Award (2021), and recognition as a 2025 UH-NEOMED Faculty Scholar. His 2024 Elsevier ranking placed him in the world’s top 2% of scientists for career-related citations. Dr. Hartung’s work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing narrative-based career counseling (e.g., My Career Story workbook) and interventions for underserved populations. He collaborates on initiatives like Service Learning in Medical Education and explores digital age career development trends.

Gary SarverView profile

Assistant Professor

• Clinical Psychology
• Child Development
• Neuropsychology
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Gary Sarver is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology within the College of Arts and Sciences at Ohio University, where he teaches both graduate and undergraduate courses. His office is located in Porter Hall, Athens Campus. His research and academic work focus on clinical and developmental psychology, particularly in children. Key areas include cognitive development, memory processes, learning and behavior problems, and neuropsychological assessment. He has contributed to literature on epilepsy in clinical settings and educational interventions for children with learning disorders. The available publications, dating from 1976 to 1980, indicate a strong focus on child cognition and clinical psychology. These works span experimental studies on recall in children, clinical handbook chapters on epilepsy, and critical reviews of educational methodologies, reflecting an interdisciplinary approach bridging psychology, education, and neurology. There are no listed scientific awards or honors in the provided text. Gary Sarver has advised no students listed in the available materials. There is no mention of research grants or funded projects. His teaching portfolio includes Graduate Neuropsychology, Object Relations, Personality, Child and Adolescent Psychology, and Abnormal Psychology. No information is available about laboratories, research teams, or collaborative groups associated with Dr. Sarver.

John KrakauerView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Neurology
• Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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John Krakauer is the John C. Malone Professor of Neurology, Neuroscience, and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is affiliated with the Department of Neurology and holds joint appointments in Neuroscience and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. His research is supported by multiple graduate programs including the Biomedical Engineering Program and the Neuroscience Training Program. Dr. Krakauer's research focuses on human sensorimotor learning and motor recovery after brain injury. His work emphasizes the modular architecture of motor control, combining psychophysics, computational modeling, functional brain imaging, non-invasive brain stimulation, and studies of neurological patients. A major focus of his lab is understanding motor impairment after stroke—the leading cause of disability in the United States—using quantitative motion analysis, structural and functional imaging, robotics, and novel neurorehabilitation approaches. The recent publications highlight key trends in systems and cognitive neuroscience, with a strong emphasis on motor learning, neural circuits, and behavioral neuroscience. His work bridges fundamental neuroscience with clinical rehabilitation, particularly in stroke and cerebellar disorders. Articles explore computational models of learning, neural representations in premotor cortex, and the role of habits in reaction times, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach that integrates theory, experimentation, and clinical application. Dr. Krakauer leads a dynamic research team comprising graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, research fellows, and technical staff. His lab fosters interdisciplinary collaboration across neuroscience, engineering, and clinical rehabilitation.

Elizabeth ChinView profile

Assistant Professor

• Causal Inference
• Algorithmic Fairness
• Machine Learning
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Elizabeth Chin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biostatistics at the Bloomberg School of Public Health, Johns Hopkins University. Her work bridges biostatistics, causal inference, and public health, with a strong focus on equity and ethical decision-making systems. PhD in Biomedical Data Science, Stanford University (2022) BS in Applied Mathematics, UCLA (2017) Her research interests include causal inference, algorithmic fairness, machine learning, and their application to public health challenges such as health inequities, environmental justice, and policy evaluation. She develops statistical methodologies to improve the robustness and fairness of data-driven decisions, particularly in vulnerable populations including incarcerated individuals. Elizabeth Chin's recent publications span high-impact areas such as mental health care disparities, forensic statistics, environmental lead exposure, and pandemic response. Her work often appears in top journals like Nature Machine Intelligence , NEJM , JAMA Pediatrics , and PNAS . A key trend across her articles is the use of advanced statistical methods to address structural injustices and inform equitable policy. National Science Foundation Graduate Fellowship Stanford Graduate Fellowship She has advised and collaborated with leading researchers in biostatistics and public health. Her work has received significant media attention and has been referenced in policy discussions, indicating real-world impact. Elizabeth Chin is actively contributing to national conversations on data ethics, health equity, and scientific rigor in public health.

• Urban Planning
• Public Health
• Accessibility
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Mikiko Terashima is an Associate Professor at the School of Planning, Dalhousie University, and Acting Dean of the Faculty of Architecture and Planning. She holds a cross-appointment in the Department of Community Health & Epidemiology and is a Scholar at the Healthy Population Institute. PhD in Interdisciplinary Studies (2011), Dalhousie University MSc in Planning (2000), University of British Columbia BA in International Studies (1995), Michigan State University Her research focuses on intersections between urban planning and public health, particularly how social and built environments create health disparities. Key areas include spatial accessibility to essential services, accessible urban design for people with disabilities and older adults, economic valuation of accessible spaces, and walkability metrics incorporating accessibility. She leads the PEACH Research Unit, which develops evidence-based accessibility standards and tools. Her recent publications explore mental health promotion, ecosystem services in urban planning, cancer prevention geospatial tools, and accessible housing policies. Trends include a strong emphasis on equity, interdisciplinary methods (GIS, health economics), and practical applications for policy. 2012-2014 Canadian Institute of Health Research Postdoctoral Fellowship 2012-2014 Elizabeth May Chair Environmental Research Postdoctoral Fellowship 2009-2011 Atlantic RURAL Centre Doctoral Fellowship 2005-2008 CIHR PHARE Training Fellowship 2005-2007 Killam Pre-doctoral Scholarship Terashima advises graduate students through research projects at the PEACH Research Unit, which focuses on equity, accessibility, and community health. Current projects include NeighbourAble (SSHRC-funded) and Access-City (Accessibility Standards Canada), using digital twin technology for accessibility audits.

• Interprofessional Health Education
• Curriculum Design and Evaluation
• Health Professional Education
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Brenda Merritt is an Associate Professor and Dean at the School of Occupational Therapy , Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia. She holds cross-disciplinary expertise in education and health sciences. Educational Background: Ph.D. in Education and Human Resource Studies (Colorado State University, 2000-2007) M.S. in Occupational Therapy (Colorado State University, 1997-2000) B.S. in Psychology (Colorado State University, 1996-1997) B.S. in Equine Science (Colorado State University, 1986-1990) Research Focus: Brenda Merritt specializes in interprofessional health education, curriculum design and evaluation, and innovative educational strategies for professional behavior development. Her work also examines how chronic conditions, injuries, health determinants, and environmental contexts affect daily life participation, particularly in HIV rehabilitation and disability studies. Selected Research Contributions: Her recent publications address professional practice behavior indicators, HIV-related disability frameworks, cognitive assessment tools in addiction treatment, and interprofessional education integration. These works span occupational therapy assessment methods, structural equation modeling, and competency alignment in health education. Scientific Recognition: Recipient of the 2013 Faculty of Health Professions Teaching Excellence Award Winner of the 2009 Class of 2001 Faculty/Staff Recognition Award Professional Affiliations: Active member of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists, Nova Scotia Society of Occupational Therapists, and World Federation of Occupational Therapists.

• Inclusion in Education
• Educational Psychology
• Intercultural Education
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Бојана М. Димитријевић is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Pedagogical Sciences, University of Kragujevac (Yagodina branch). She holds a PhD in Psychology from the University of Belgrade (2020), with prior academic qualifications including a Master's (2019) and Bachelor's (2010) in Psychological Sciences. Her work focuses on inclusive education, intercultural education, and developmental psychology. She teaches courses such as Inclusion in Education and Developmental Psychology across undergraduate and master's programs. Education: PhD in Psychology, University of Belgrade (2020) Master's in Psychological Sciences, University of Belgrade (2019) Bachelor's in Psychological Sciences, University of Belgrade (2010) Research Interests: Her work emphasizes psychological foundations of inclusive education, intercultural teacher training, and developmental aspects of learning. She has published extensively on educator beliefs, intercultural competence, and policy implementation in diverse educational contexts. Projects: She leads a bilateral project on Positive Education and has participated in EU-funded initiatives like HAMOC, IEEPS, and EdLead. Her research includes cross-cultural field experiences and Roma inclusion in Serbian schools. Affiliations: Member of the Serbian Psychological Society, Chair of the Quality Control Committee for the Psychology Program, and member of multiple university committees including the Ethics Board for Psychological Research and the Entrance Exam Committee.